SGX share buyback consideration hits 10-year high of S$1.91 billion

Share buybacks on the Singapore Exchange (SGX) have reached a 10-year high of S$1.91 billion in the first 10 months of 2025, a 90% increase from S$1.01 billion in the same period last year. This surge is attributed to market volatility, with 92% of the total buyback amount coming from 11 large-cap stocks. Small and mid-cap companies contributed S$144 million. Notable buybacks include 17Live Group and Global Investments. Additionally, Catalist-listed companies have also engaged in buybacks, with significant activity from Jason Marine Group and Ocean Sky International.